Description
Enhance your air rifle or airgun precision with this fantastic pre-owned Hawke Sidewinder 4-16×50 FFP scope. A popular choice among serious airgun shooters in the UK, the Hawke Sidewinder series is renowned for its optical clarity, robust build quality, and user-friendly features. This used model offers the significant advantage of a First Focal Plane (FFP) reticle, ensuring accurate holdovers at any magnification setting. Coupled with a versatile magnification range and a large objective lens for bright images, this second-hand Hawke Sidewinder 4-16×50 FFP represents exceptional value for shooters looking to maximize their accuracy and performance without breaking the bank.
For the dedicated airgun enthusiast in the UK seeking a high-performance optic to elevate their shooting accuracy, this pre-owned Hawke Sidewinder 4-16×50 FFP scope is an excellent opportunity. Hawke Optics has built a strong reputation for producing quality scopes specifically designed for air rifles and firearms, and the Sidewinder series is a testament to their commitment to precision and reliability. This used model retains all the key features that make the Sidewinder a sought-after scope, particularly its First Focal Plane (FFP) reticle, which is a significant advantage for accurate shooting at varying distances.
The primary benefit of a First Focal Plane (FFP) reticle is that the size of the reticle’s markings (such as Mil-Dots or Half Mil-Dots) remains consistent relative to the target size throughout the entire magnification range of 4-16x. This means that your holdover points for bullet drop and windage remain accurate whether you are zoomed in to 16x for precise shots or zoomed out to 4x for a wider field of view. This is particularly crucial for airgun shooters who often engage targets at varying distances and need reliable reference points for accurate aiming. Please note that the specific reticle type on this pre-owned unit (e.g., Mil-Dot, Half Mil-Dot) may vary slightly, so please refer to any accompanying images or contact us for precise details.
The 4-16x magnification range offers excellent versatility for airgun shooting. At 4x, you have a wider field of view, making it easier to locate and track moving targets, which can be beneficial for pest control. When you need to engage smaller targets at longer ranges, zooming up to 16x provides increased detail and allows for more precise aiming. The smooth and precise zoom adjustment ring allows for quick and easy changes in magnification as needed.
The large 50mm objective lens plays a vital role in gathering light, providing a bright and clear image, even in lower light conditions often encountered during dawn or dusk – prime times for hunting or pest control. This larger lens diameter allows more light to enter the scope, resulting in a brighter sight picture and enhanced target detail. The fully multi-coated optics further enhance image quality by maximizing light transmission and reducing reflections, leading to sharper, clearer, and higher-contrast views.
Parallax adjustment is crucial for achieving pinpoint accuracy, especially at the relatively shorter ranges often associated with airgun shooting. The Hawke Sidewinder 4-16×50 FFP features a convenient side focus parallax adjustment knob, typically allowing you to fine-tune the focus from as close as 10 yards out to infinity. This ensures that the target image and the reticle are both in sharp focus on the same focal plane, eliminating parallax error and maximizing accuracy at your chosen shooting distance.
Built to withstand the demands of regular use, the Hawke Sidewinder scope boasts a robust and reliable construction. While this is a pre-owned unit, Hawke scopes are known for their durability and ability to handle the recoil of air rifles and even some firearms. The scope is also nitrogen purged, making it fully waterproof and fogproof, ensuring clear views regardless of the weather conditions you might encounter during your shooting sessions in the UK.
The exposed, locking, and resettable target turrets on the Hawke Sidewinder allow for precise and repeatable adjustments for windage and elevation. The locking mechanism prevents accidental adjustments in the field, while the resettable zero allows you to easily return to your original zero after making adjustments for different shooting distances. 1 This level of control is highly valued by serious airgun shooters who demand accuracy and the ability to make precise corrections.
